Wishing Well
Terence Trent D'Arby
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Kissing like a bandit stealing time underneath a sycamore tree. Cupid by the hour sends Valentines to my sweet lover and me. Slowly, but surely your appetite is more than I knew. Sweetly, softly I'm falling in love with you. Wish me love a wishing well to kiss and tell; a wishing well of butterfly tears. Wish me love a wishing well to kiss and tell. A wishing well of crocodile tears sing. Hugging like a monkey see, monkey do right beside a riverboat gambler. Erotic images float through my head; I wanna be your midnight rambler. Quickly, but quickly the blood races through me veins. Quickly, loudly I wanna hear those sugar bells ring. Wish me love a wishing well to kiss and tell; a wishing well of butterfly tears. Wish me love a wishing well to kiss and tell.
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Written by: Terence Trent D'arby, Sean Oliver
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10 facts about this song
Song Identity"Wishing Well" is a song by Terence Trent D'Arby from his 1987 debut studio album, "Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'Arby".
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Chart SuccessThe song was a major success, reaching number one on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the Hot Black Singles charts in the United States.
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Writing Credits"Wishing Well" was written by Terence Trent D'Arby and Sean Oliver. D'Arby also produced the song alongside Martyn Ware and Howard Gray.
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Song ThemeThe song has a strong soul influence, with lyrics that blend romantic longing with a sense of spirituality. The lyrics speak about personal self-realization, freedom, and spiritually guided love.
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Recognitions"Wishing Well" was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance in 1988.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song further contributed to its popularity. In it, D’Arby showcased his unique style, which included a mixture of modern pop and classic soul.
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Revival in Pop CultureThe song continues to be popular and has been featured in numerous films and television shows, including the 2004 movie “50 First Dates”.
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Impact on Career"Wishing Well" served as D’Arby’s breakout hit, establishing him as a major talent in the music industry during the late 1980s.
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Unique ApproachA striking feature of the song is D’Arby’s vocal performance. His voice has often been compared to that of Sam Cooke, and he showcased its range and flexibility in this song.
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Song Legacy"Wishing Well" remains a staple of 80s soul-pop and continues to receive airplay on adult contemporary and classic hits radio stations. It played a significant role in setting the standards and expectations for D’Arby’s subsequent works.
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